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Tasmanian waste crisis from Ozempic needle disposal

North-west TasmaniaAustralia$700,000 per yearMedical waste

A north-west Tasmanian waste management company reported a $700,000-per-year problem caused by Ozempic needles being improperly disposed in household waste bins. Council ratepayers are bearing the costs of managing these hazardous medical needles.

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